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Each week, Dr. Judson Brewer of Brown University’s Mindfulness Center leads a group of students and researchers in mindfulness exercises while running up Providence’s Jenckes Street hill

When Brian Norris enrolled in the IE Brown Executive MBA (EMBA) program, he was seeking a way to elevate his leadership. With extensive experience across media and senior leadership roles, he wanted a program that would challenge him and expand his global perspective. He was also looking to position himself for his next phase of growth.

Peter Chomowicz, program director of the master's in technology leadership program, explains that today’s leaders must build a “second brain” by partnering with agentic AI to navigate rapid change. Reflecting this shift, the MTL program now includes a new course, “Agentic AI for Technology Leaders,” which equips professionals to build and deploy their own AI agents.

A full-circle moment — Kenia T. Collins, a graduating student of the master’s in healthcare leadership program, will take the stage as student speaker at Brown’s Master’s Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 23.

When Reza Breakstone enrolled in the IE Brown Executive MBA (EMBA) program he was ready for a transformative change. After building experience across several fields, he sought a program that would help align his professional goals with his personal values and interests.

Explore the IE Brown Executive MBA Cape Town immersion, where students partnered with township entrepreneurs and immersed themselves in the region’s culture, history and business challenges.

As global manufacturing evolved, Hiro Furuya ’25 Sc.M. used Brown’s technology leadership program to strengthen a people-centered approach shaping organizations worldwide.

Brown University is expanding its AI education portfolio with the launch of Human-Centered AI, a new executive course focused on responsible, people-centered AI adoption.

Most AI deployments fail not because the technology is flawed, but because leadership responsibility is. Professor of the Practice of Leadership, Baba Prasad, outlines four levels every leader must master to deploy AI wisely, sustainably and competitively.

Just weeks into Brown University’s master of science in healthcare leadership (MHL) program, Shulamith Acevedo learned she was expecting and found critical support within the MHL community as she balanced graduate study and new motherhood.

In this reflection, peacebuilder and mindfulness practitioner Paula Ramírez explores how mindfulness can help individuals navigate stress, grief and uncertainty. The piece offers trauma-sensitive guidance and a simple grounding practice to support care, presence and resilience.

Executives from e4health traveled to Brown University's School of Professional Studies for a custom executive education program centered on strategic planning and connection. During their three-day visit, participants engaged in interactive sessions with Brown faculty, developed a shared strategic vision for 2026 and strengthened collaboration across the leadership team.

A sudden flood turned Mudit Shukla’s routine drive home into a moment of crisis. Drawing on mindfulness practices he learned through Brown University’s School of Professional Studies, he found himself at a crossroads between fear and focus. In that moment, he discovered the true power of a mindful pause.

Professor of the Practice of Business Analytics, Andrew Banasiewicz, Ph.D., explains why even experienced leaders can be misled by instinct and why grounding decisions in evidence leads to better outcomes. He explores how an evidence-based approach helps leaders cut through bias, make clearer decisions and build more confident, informed organizations.

Executives from JSW traveled from India to Brown for a custom executive education program focused on leadership and collaboration. During their visit, participants joined interactive sessions led by Brown faculty, explored strategies for problem-solving and applied theory to real-world business challenges.

Patti Holland, assistant director of mindfulness teacher education at Brown’s School of Professional Studies, shares why mindfulness programs and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) training matter now more than ever.

With a distinguished career spanning corporate analytics, academic leadership and consultancy, Andrew Banasiewicz joins Brown’s School of Professional Studies as Professor of the Practice of Business Analytics.

Brown University’s new master’s in business analytics prepares professionals to advance their careers by transforming complex information into insights that drive decision making.

Finn’s appointment strengthens the School of Professional Studies’ role in leadership and executive learning.

A reflection from Assistant Director of Mindfulness Teacher Education, Patti Holland.

Jenna Henderson ’23 Sc.M. started her career as a civil engineer, but her drive to tackle complex challenges led her to Brown’s technology leadership program. Through real-world projects and a collaborative community, she developed the skills to help shape the future of public service.

The IE Brown EMBA moves into its next chapter, guided by new leadership and a continued commitment to excellence.

Michael Charlton's transition to leading AtlantiCare Health System highlights the power of continuous learning and resilience. Through Brown's healthcare leadership program, he gained the skills and mindset to navigate healthcare's challenges and drive impactful change.

What began as Rachel Jones’ personal journey to manage stress has evolved into a transformative effort to bring mindfulness to Missouri’s Department of Mental Health workforce. Through her leadership, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction is now reaching hundreds of state employees, helping to reduce burnout and improve well-being.

In this article, Mike Hutchins, Professor of the Practice at Brown argues that leaders should resist the urge to give advice and instead ask "What do you think?" to help others develop their own problem-solving capabilities. Hutchins contends that while advice feels efficient, it often makes people feel misunderstood and dependent, whereas asking questions creates space for genuine insight and builds confidence through self-discovery.

Colleen Thamm, Tyler Van Hook and Matt Ackerman leveraged their experience — and the support of Brown’s master’s in technology leadership program — to launch Kognitiv Edge, a startup modernizing training and operations for elite teams. The program’s leadership training, hands-on projects and strong network helped accelerate their company’s growth.

Since completing Brown’s master’s in healthcare leadership program, Dr. Maheen Mausoof Adamson ’22 Sc.M. is growing Soof Solutions, Inc., her cutting-edge company designed to give a voice to the voiceless. Her work bridges technology and patient care, showcasing the real-world impact of the program.

Feeling AI-overwhelmed? Discover how agile leadership, rooted in five key agilities, offers a powerful human counterpoint to not just use AI effectively, but to lead with it wisely.

Michelle Johnson Tidjani, a graduate of the IE Brown Executive MBA program, has been selected as the recipient of the School of Professional Studies Dean’s Distinguished Alumni Award, as part of the school's 10th Anniversary celebration. This prestigious award honors graduates who exemplify the school’s mission of transforming the way the world works for good through innovation, excellence and inclusion.

After surviving a stroke that forced her to leave her career, Laura Stoicescu struggled with fear and a lost sense of purpose. Through mindfulness, she learned to quiet her anxieties, embrace the present and redefine her identity beyond work. Now, she is training to teach Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, using her experience to help others find peace and resilience.